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Father’s Day at RBG Park Inn Davao

Happy Father’s Day! Spend the weekend with your Dad and the family at Park Inn by Radisson Davao. RBG Park Inn Davao has prepared a sumptuous feast for the entire family to enjoy.

Father's Day Specials at RBG Park Inn Davao
Father’s Day Specials at RBG Park Inn Davao

Father’s Day Platters

Order one of three cowboy-themed meals by RBG. For dads who love red meat, order the All Meat Platter.

The All Meat Platter by RBG contains a generous helping of grilled beef, roast pork belly, and juicy chicken barbeque. Definitely a treat for carnivores. Order this for only PhP1,799.

If your dad loves seafood, get him a Seafood Platter to enjoy.

This awesome platter has grilled squid stuffed stuffed with spices and aromatics, shrimps, and a slab of tuna belly. A healthier but savory platter best consumed with lots of rice. This is priced at only PhP1,999.

But why choose when you can have the best of both worlds?

Enjoy both meat and seafood in one satisfying meal. The Surf n’ Turf Platter has squid and tuna belly alongside beef and chicken. Yum! This is sure to satisfy all members of the family. Especially your dad. Great deal for only PhP2,199!

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Fly Solo to Davao

March 1 is Plan a Solo Vacation Day. Yes, there is such holiday. And luckily for you and me, both Cebu Pacific Air, Philippine Airlines, and AirAsia are having epic seat sales this month. Plus, summer is almost here so today is the perfect time to plan your Solo Trip to Davao. We have shared itineraries in the past but this time, we have prepared a special Davao Itinerary for Solo Travelers. And just in time for Araw ng Dabaw, too.

Where to Stay

First, we have a few suggestions for where you might want to stay.

Park Inn by Radisson Davao is on top of our list.

Park Inn by Radisson Davao
Stay at Park Inn by Radisson Davao.
Disclaimer: Do not judge Park Inn based on that photo. Somebody had laid down on the bed before I took a photo.

Our editor Ria recommends Park Inn for their facilities and beautiful but reasonably priced rooms. Another plus is their proximity to a mall. Park Inn is located right beside SM Lanang Premier. That is a convenient thing for solo travelers because you can easily shop and dine just by crossing a footbridge. There is a 7-eleven on the Ground Floor of SM Lanang Premier. ATMs are also conveniently located nearby.

Park Inn also just a few steps away from the entrance to the SMX Convention Center. So if you are traveling to attend a conference or other events at SMX, Park Inn is your best option.

It is not exactly located in downtown Davao but Park Inn is near several restaurants, malls, and other destinations. And it is near the jump off points and marinas of popular beach destinations. So while it is not at the center of the city, it is at a convenient location.

PARK INN
Address: SM Lanang Premier, JP Laurel Avenue, Lanang
Contact Number: +6382-2727600
Email Address: reservations.davao@parkinn.com
Facebook Page: fb.com/ParkInnDavao

More Recommendations on Where To Stay

Our correspondent Athina recommends RedDoorz (Aljems Inn) located right in the middle of downtown. The RedDoorz listed as RedDoorz near San Pedro Cathedral is known to locals as Aljems Inn. It has been around quite a while. They have rooms you can book via the RedDoorz app for as low as PhP873.

Just download the app from the App Store or the Google Play Store, enter Davao as your destination and it will come up with options for you to book. All hotels and inns in their listing are branded as RedDoorz and have similar looks and amenities as all other RedDoorz listings. So you are sure that the listed rooms have passed the RedDoorz standards. Use the code TRAVELESCAPES33 to enjoy a 20% discount.

REDDOORZ NEAR SAN PEDRO CATHEDRAL DAVAO / ALJEMS INN
Address: Rizal Street
Contact Number: +63917-7167245
Facebook Page: Link
Recommended by Athina Anglionto.

Green Windows Dormitel is a good choice for solo backpackers. They have clean dorm type rooms that you can share with up to 7 other travelers.

PhP188 Backpacker Dorm Room at Green Windows
PhP188 Backpacker Dorm Room at Green Windows Dormitel.

For only PhP188 you already have a place to sleep, a clean toilet and bathroom, and access to other amenities. Amenities within the room include hot and cold shower, individual cabinets, and free Wifi access. Not to mention the room is ariconditioned.

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Mang Inasal Halo-Halo is the Creamiest

If adobo is the Philippines’ national dish, we think Halo-Halo should be declared as the national dessert. Filipinos and tourists love to eat halo-hallo whatever the weather may be. Especially, when the sun is scorching hot. And of all the halo-halo in the entire archipelago, foodies have declared that the creamiest is Mang Inasal Halo-Halo.

Halo-halo is a popular Filipino dessert which is a rich concoction of various ingredients such as nata de coco, ube, leche flan, pinipig rice, etc. mixed with evaporated milk, all topped in crushed ice and with the option to put ube or vanilla ice cream on top. It can be said that halo-halo represents everything deliciously sweet and indulgent in the Philippines. It contains specialties from around the country. And it has many different permutations in every part of the Philippines.

Mang Inasal Halo-Halo is the Creamiest

Almost all Filipino restaurants –here and abroad — have this dessert on their menu. But one known Filipino restaurant has taken their halo halo game to the next level and they are hailed as the creamiest Pinoy Halo Halo of all: Mang Inasal’s Pinoy Halo-Halo.

Pinoy Halo-Halo by Mang Inasal.
Pinoy Halo-Halo by Mang Inasal.

Foodies all over the country agree that the generous creamy milk content of Mang Inasal’s Pinoy Halo-Halo makes it a sweet treat worthy of indulging in. The perfect amount of creamy milk harmonizes all the various ingredients together. It has made the difference and has captured not only the taste buds but also the hearts of the Filipinos and tourists as well.

“We are happy to note that our customers crave for the creaminess of the Mang Inasal Pinoy Halo-Halo,” shares Mang Inasal Marketing Director Mike Dumaual. “This milk was exclusively developed for the MI Pinoy Halo-Halo and is not readily available off the shelf,” Dumaual added.

National Halo-Halo Sarap Day

Actress Angel Locsion admits that she loves the creaminess and overall taste of Mang Inasal’s Pinoy Halo-Halo.

Mang Inasal invites you to experience the creamy goodness of their Pinoy Halo-Halo. National Halo Halo Sarap Day is on March 17.

Mang Inasal Davao stores and all Mang Inasal stores nationwide will be selling their Filipino Halo-Halo for only PhP35 for a small serving. A regular serving is priced at PhP55 only. The promo is valid only on March 17, 2019 and for dine in and take out orders only. Grab this opportunity to have a piece of this heavenly creamy Filipino dessert for a fraction of its original cost.

Mang Inasal Davao Stores

In Davao City, Mang Inasal has 11 stores:

  • Abreeza Ayala Mall along J.P. Laurel Avenue, Bajada; Business Hours: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Bolton Davao located at the corner of Bolton Street and Rizal Street; Business Hours: 7:30 am – 11:00 pm
  • CWC Agdao located at DCWCI Lapu-Lapu Street corner N. Torres Street; Business Hours: 9:00am-8:00pm
  • Felcris Magsaysay at Felcris Supermarket Inc. along Magsaysay Avenue; Business Hours: 10:30 am – 7:30 pm
  • Upper Ground Floor of Gaisano Grand Mall Buhangin, Buhangin Road, Buhangin; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00pm
  • Ground Floor of Gaisano Mall Davao along J.P. Laurel Avenue; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Upper Ground Floor of Gaisano Mall Toril along Lim Street, Toril; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Skylite Arcade along Ilustre Street corner Duterte Street; Business Hours: 8:00 am – 11:00 pm
  • San Pedro Street corner Bangoy Street; Business Hours: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • 2nd Floor of SM City Davao along Quimpo Boulevard, Matina; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • 3rd Floor of SM Lanang Premier along J.P. Laurel Avenue, Lanang; Business Hours: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
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The Vegan Dinosaur: Vegan Restaurant in Davao

February is Vegan Cuisine Month and we are putting the spotlight on a Davao vegan restaurant that has put vegan cuisine more accessible and desirable. The Vegan Dinosaur offers healthy eats that are neither boring nor bland.

The Vegan Dinosaur dishes.
Pasta, burgers, and smoothies by The Vegan Dinosaur. Photo by Shannen Adlaon.

Davao is slowly gaining popularity for its diverse food scene. And one of the food categories that has been growing through the years is cuisine for healthy eaters and diet conscious diners. Vegan Dinosaur is in the forefront of vegan cuisine in Davao.

From full meals to light snacks and delightful desserts, The Vegan Dinosaur has all your vegan cravings covered.

Salads

The Vegan Dinosaur serves up filling healthy salads. Of course.

Tofu Barbeque Corn by The Vegan Dinosaur
Enjoy a tasty bowl of Tofu Barbeque Corn Salad.

People automatically think greens and tofu when they hear vegan cuisine. The Vegan Dinosaur has all of it in one irresistible dish. Tofu cooked barbeque style on top of corn, lettuce, and onions. With a creamy dressing to bring it all together. It might be a bit cliche but it is definitely not boring.

Full Meals by the Vegan Dinosaur

People assume that vegan dishes are boring, light, and can hardly make you full and satisfied. Vegan Dinosaur proves that assumption wrong with their meal offerings that will satisfy even non-vegan diners.

Blogger Miel picks the Spicced Asian as one of her favorites by the Vegan Dinosaur.

Spiced Asian by The Vegan Dinosaur
The Spiced Asian contains Tofu Teriyaki, Black Rice, Salad, and Kimchi.

The Spiced Asian is a complete meal with Teriyaki Tofu as the focus of the plate. The savory tofu is accompanied by Black Rice, a side salad, and kimchi. It is a delightful dish bursting with Asian flavors. It will make your tummy full without the guilt.

And here’s another blogger recommended dish, Chickpea Meatballs.

Chickpea Meatballs by The Vegan Dinosaur
Fill your tummy with wholesome Chickpea Balls, Sun-dried Tomatoes, Rice, and Ranch Dressing.

Here’s another filling dish to try: Chickpea Meatballs. Technically, those are not meatballs. But it is just as flavorful and filling. The Chickpea Balls are doused in Sun-dried Tomatoes. Plus, it comes with Black Rice and a side salad with Ranch Dressing. This dish is recommended by Shannen.

Vegan Snacks and Light Meals

If you want something lighter but still as yummy, The Vegan Dinosaur has a menu filled with various dishes that are perfect as snacks or light meal options.

Whether you like them simple or bursting with filling, The Vegan Dinosaur has the perfect healthy wrap to make you happy.

The Corn Quesadilla is drizzled with sauce and topped with veggies. Meanwhile, the Pulled Jackfruit Tortilla has lettuce, cucumber, corn, tomatoes, cilantro, and tasty pulled jackfruit all on top of whole wheat tortilla. And it is all dressed in Aioli.

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Tori Yamu Valentine’s Day Promo

Love Japanese cuisine? Celebrate the day of love eating delicious, affordable, and accessible Japanese food. Check out the Tori Yamu Valentine’s Day Promo.

Tori Yamu is a homegrown Japanese restaurant that specialise in Japanese street food. They are known for their kushiyaki, grilled skewered meats. It is Mindanao’s first robot-grilled barbeque restaurant.

Aside from their robot-grilled dishes, Tori Yamu also offers a variety of popular Japanese dishes such as Okonomiyaki (savory pancake), Takoyaki (octopus balls), and ramen.

Tori Yamu’s Valentine’s Day Promo

This Valentine’s Day, you can enjoy your choice of Tori Yami’s kushiyaki options plus more.

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Tori Yamu Valentine’s Day 2019 Meal: Barbeque, Ramen, Rice, Red Iced Tea, and Coffee Jelly

Share a Japanese meal with your plus one for only PhP499. Choose any 6 from their kushiyaku menu. Enjoy it with rice, a bowl of their ramen, 2 glasses of Red Iced Tea, and 2 pieces of Coffee Jelly. You can save as much as PhP220.

Tori Yamu Japanese Barbeque

Tori Yamu has 12 items on their barbeque menu.

The pork options are Grilled Bacon Asparagus, Deep Fried Pork Tonkatsu, Grilled Bacon Quail Egg, Grilled Pork Belly Roll, and Teriyaki Pork Ball. They have 5 Toriyaki (chicken) items: Grilled Chicken Thigh, Chicken Meat Ball, Chicken and Onion Leek, Fried Chicken Karaage, and Grilled Chicken Skin. For beef lovers, they have decadent Saikoro Beef skewer. And finally, Tori Yamu has Deep Fried Cheese on a skewer.

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Davao Pizza Places

Davao Pizza Places

February 9 was Pizza Day so some of you might think this post is a bit late. Yes, it is. But everyday is a good day to have good pizza. If you agree, check out and bookmark this Guide to Davao Pizza Places. (Or maybe screencap, whatever works for you.)

From north to south, from P100 to P1000+, solo size to humungous 36″… we have all the Davao Pizza Spots here for you.

Barrio Bistro

One of Davao’s most popular homegrown pizza places is Barrio Bistro. Their popularity is due, primarily, to their multiple locations. And because of their Buy 1, Take 1 Promo.

Barrio Bistro Buy 1, Take 1 All Day Promo
Barrio Bistro Buy 1, Take 1 All Day Promo

What sets Barrio Bistro‘s Buy 1, Promo 1 apart is that the deal is available all day. Everyday. You can buy 2 12″ thin crust pizzas for as low as PhP355. Among all Davao pizza places, Barrio Bistro is the one we recommend for the best value for money offers.

They offer popular pizza flavors such as Pepperoni and Three Cheese, and more interesting ones such as Taco Mexicana and Chicken Fajitas.

Pizzas by Barrio Bistro
Pizzas by Barrio Bistro

Their signature pizza Barrio Pizza is topped with Italian sausage, olives, mushrooms, and bell peppers. Flavors are also available with thick crust. Our Managing Editor Olivia counts Taco Mexicana as one of her favorite pizzas.

Barrio Bistro Branches:

  • MAIN BRANCH: Lacson Street, Obrero, +639225353006;
  • Damosa: Damosa Gateway, Lanang, +639332800882;
  • Sta. Ana: Encarnacion Building, Beechnut Square, Sta. Ana Avenue, +639229775551;
  • Ecoland: Ecoland Suites, Tulip Drive, Ecoland, Matina, +639321139168;
  • Buhangin: Door 9 &10, KSS Building, Km. 5 Corner Olive Road, Buhangin, +639128128850; and
  • Woodlane: 32B The Shoppes at Woodlane, Diversion Road, Ma-a, +63933-0326600.

BARRIO BISTRO
Business Hours: 10 am – 10 pm, Monday – Sunday
Price Range: PhP178 (10″ thick crust) – PhP395 (two 12″ thin crust)
Facebook Page: fb.com/BarrioBistroPhilippines

Cafe Canary

Looking for unique pizza flavors? Maybe one that would set your mouth on fire? Not literally, obviously. Check out Cafe Canary‘s Firecracker Pizza. It is a favorite of our correspondents Athina and Jexx.

Davao Pizza Places: Cafe Canary Firecracker Nachos Pizza. Photo by Athina Angliongto.
Cafe Canary Firecracker Nachos Pizza. Photo by Athina Angliongto.

Firecracker Nacho, Salted Egg & Chorizo, and Ollie Sardines are some of Cafe Canary’s unique pizza flavors. But if you want something classic, you can opt for Margharite Flamingo, All Cheese Cannonball, or Pepperoni Primo. All of their pizza flavors come in 12″ and solo sizes.

Cafe Canary offers pizza and pasta bundles so you get to enjoy their dishes with your favorite people. The Barkada Bundle includes 2 whole pizzas, 2 pasta dishes, Canary Wings, 1.5 L soda or juice, and one whole loaf of garlic bread. All for only PhP1,149. They also have a Family Bundle priced at only PhP749 and includes a pizza, 1 pasta dish, canary wings, garlic bread, and 1.5L drinks.

CAFE CANARY
Address: Calachuchi Street corner Acacia Street, Juna Subdivision, Matina
Contact Number: +63906-0627070
Business Hours: 10 am – 10 pm, Monday – Sunday
Price Range: PhP170 – PhP220
Facebook Page: fb.com/cafecanaryDavaoph/
Instagram: @Cafe_Canary

Classio Mobile Wood Fired Oven

Looking for a unique pizza experience? Classio Mobile Wood Fired Oven might be what you are looking for. The business started as a food truck enterprise somewhere along the stretch of JP Laurel Avenue. After joining a number of food fairs and serving thousands of hungry diners at their JP Laurel spot, Classio now has a physical store.

They serve simple, no frill pizzas baked from their wood fired oven and straight to your table. My Davao City Editor Ria recommends Classio’s All Cheese Pizza and the Prosciutto Pizza.

Davao Pizza Places: Classio Mobile Wood Fired Oven
Classio Mobile Wood Fired Oven’s Menu as of August 2018. Photo from the CMWFO FB Page.
Classio Mobile Wood Fired Oven
237 Jp Laurel, Davao City, Davao Region 8000
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Price Range
PhP150.00 - PhP250.00

K1 Family KTV and Cafe

What better way to enjoy a good videoke session than with delicious pizza? You can do just that at Davao’s most family KTV spot. K1 is not exactly a pizza place but they do serve good pizza.

Their pizza flavors vary from classic Pepperoni, Vegetarian, and Hawaiian to more unique flavors Spam, Bacon Cheeseburger, and Chicken Coleslaw. K1 pizzas are available in Regular and Large sizes. They also serve a humongous 36″ Monster Pizza available in Beef & Mushroom, Aloha, Eduardo’s Special, or Meat Lover’s. The Monster Pizza is priced at PhP1,399.

K1 FAMILY KTV AND CAFE
Address: F. Torres Street
Contact Number: +63917-1121688
Business Hours: 6 pm – 1 am, Tuesday – Sunday
Price Range: PhP215 – PhP495
Facebook Page: fb.com/K1FamilyKtvCafeSpa/
Instagram: @K1Davao

Kalakoa Pizza and Coffee Hut

If you hate pineapples on your pizza, a Hawaiian themed pizza place might not attract you. But do not be fooled by its chill beach ambiance, Kalakoa serves more than just Hawaiian Pizza.

Kalakoa classifies their pizza into two: Regular and Premium. Regular Pizza flavors are Herbed Tuna, Herbed Mushroom, Cheese Supreme, Cheesy Garlic, Hawaiian (of course), and Carbonara. The 3 Premium Pizza Options are Ham and Pepperoni, All-Meat, and Supremo.

Their Supremo Pizza has quite a long list of toppings: ham, Hungarian sausage, pepperoni, bacon, tuna, pineapple, mushrooms, olives, onions, bell peppers, and fried garlic. All over a tomato sauce made from fresh tomatoes. Interesting, right?

So when you are at mall and looking for Davao pizza places to try, why not order from Kalakoa?

KALAKOA PIZZA AND COFFEE HUT
Address: 3F Abreeza Ayala Mall, JP Laurel Avenue, Bajada
Business Hours: 10 am – 9 pm, Monday – Sunday
Branch: Matina Town Square, McArthur Highway, Matina
Price Range: PhP315 – PhP435
Facebook Page: fb.com/kalakoacoffeehut
Instagram: @kalakoa_dvo
Delivery Service: via foodPanda

La Toscana Ristorante Italiano

Their name translates to Tuscany Italian Restaurant. Literally. For those who have never been to La Toscana, it might seem a bit intimidating. The ambiance seems too formal. Truth is there is no strict dress code here. If you are looking for an authentic Italian pizza, visit La Toscana. Even if you’re wearing casual clothes.

They have an extensive Italian cuisine menu with a page dedicated to Le Pizza.

Davao Pizza Places: La Toscana Le Pizze Menu
La Toscana Le Pizze Menu

And yes, La Toscano has 3 convenient locations. If you are looking for Davao pizza places near you, you are sure to find at least one La Toscana nearby.

LA TOSCANA RISTORANTE ITALIANO
Address: Tiongko Building, Arellano Street
Contact Number: +6382-3056556
Branches: Citi Hardware Diversion Road Buhangin; Brgy. Buda, Marilog District
Business Hours: 11 am – 10 pm, Monday – Sunday
Price Range: PhP260 – PhP390

Lara Mia Cafe and Bistro

Lara Mia Cafe & Bistro: Pizza, Pasta, and More
Tartufo Pizza and Salty Lovers Club Pizza by Lara Mia

Sisters Lara and Mia started their food business with their family’s heritage fudge recipe. From its success, they built a food establishment that offers sophisticated food for refined palates. But mind you, Lara Mia is not stuffy, expensive, or high brow.

They serve only 9 pizza flavors, but each one is interesting and undeniably delicious: Margherita, Prosciutto & Arugula, Amore (All-Meat), Breakfast Pizza, Napoli (Shrimps and Mushrooms), Pepperoni, Tartufo (Black Truffles), Quattro Formaggi, and Salty Lovers Club. Lara Mia pizzas only come in one size: 12″.

The Quattro Formaggi is a favorite of kids and adults, alike. If you want something more interesting, try the Prosciutto and Arugula and the Tartufo. All three are highly recommended by Ria.

They are conveniently located somewhere south but not too far from downtown. This is the place to be for a cozy, homey pizza session alone or with your friends. Plus, they have an Instagrammable place so do drop by.

LARA MIA CAFE and BISTRO
Address: University Avenue corner Talisay Street, Juna Subdivision, Matina
Contact Numbers: +6382-2981789, +63932-8283636
Business Hours: 11 am – 9 pm, Monday – Sunday
Price Range: PhP280 – PhP370
Facebook Page: fb.com/LaraMiaFudge
Instagram: @LaraMiaFudge

Munchtown Grill Davao

Needless to say, Munchtown specializes in grilled skewered meats. Obviously. But do serve good pizza so they deserve a spot in this list.

They serve 4 classic pizza flavors: Three Cheese, Hawaiian, Bacon and Mushrooom, and Pepperoni. Completing their pizza menu is heir specialty: the Munchtown Overload Pizza.

MUNCHTOWN GRILL DAVAO
Business Hours: 11 am – 11 pm, Monday – Saturday
Price Range: PhP195 – PhP320
Facebook Page: fb.com/Munchtown.Davao
Instagram: @munchtown_dvo
Delivery Service: via foodPanda

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